Assam Actress Rides on Elephant to Promote Historical Drama on Tai-Ahom Warrior 'Mula Gabhoru'

Guwahati, October 18, 2019:

Prastuti Parashar, one of the prominent actresses of Assam, was seen riding atop an elephant to promote her upcoming mobile theatre, 'Mula Gabhoru', depicting the struggle of the famous Assamese Tai-Ahom warrior princess.

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Both motorists and pedestrians looked on in wonder as the actress, clad in her attire of the titular character, carried the attitude and character of the titular character, astride the elephant. The jumbo snaked across many of the localities of Guwahati city, with some of the cast and crew following behind in a procession.

The people found quite some amusement in the unique spectacle and many people were seen clicking pictures (including selfies) of the elephant and its famous rider.

The procession started from Zoo Tiniali, and came to a halt at the Gopal Boro school in Ganeshguri, Assam. Renowned singer Tarali Sharma, actress Chetana Das, and a team from Abahan Theatre, the producers paid tribute to martyrs at the spot.

The mobile theater industry in Assam is looking to re-create glimpses from the glories of Assam history by roping in popular actors such as the veteran Prastuti. Lead star Prastuti Parashar told Inside Northeast, "Revival of history in mobile theater in today's time is necessary. The next generation can be informed about the struggles of their forebears through dramas like 'Mula Gabhoru' and stay connected to their roots. Despite the challenges and high-budget required to stage the iconic battle scenes, we went through with the project because of its need in these times".

Nang Mula also known as Mula Gabharu was a Tai woman warrior of Tai-Ahom Kingdom. She fought against an invading Mughal army. After her husband's death in 1527, Nang Mula dominated the initial battle of the war for five years. In 1532, she fought against the aggressive Mughal invaders. She was eventually killed by Turbak Khan, a Mughal commander, who had also killed her husband.

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